Flags at half mast in France for Elizabeth II: rebellions in town halls

RepublicArticle reserved for subscribersThe Prime Minister has ordered the mayors to put the tricolor flag at half-mast on the pediment of the town halls as a sign of homage to the Queen of England. But several elected officials refuse and some recognize that the question is complex. Tributes to Elizabeth II have continued to multiply since the announcement of her death which occurred Thursday, September 8 at the end of the day. Signs of mourning that are displayed up to the pediments of French town halls. But putting the French flag at half mast to greet the British monarch is not to everyone’s taste. At least two mayors have expressed their refusal to comply with the instructions of President Emmanuel Macron, supported by the Prime Minister, Elisabeth Borne. In circular 6371 /SG published on September 8, the Prime Minister indeed enjoined the city officials to lower the flags “for a period of twenty-four hours following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty current upon receipt of this note and, on the other hand, the day of his solemn funeral” which must take place on Monday, September 19. For Yann Galut, former PS mayor of Bourges, this request is “incredible”. If he declares to respect…